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Tarte Swamp Queen Eye & Cheek Palette Review, Photos, Swatches

Tarte Swamp Queen Eye & Cheek Palette
Tarte Swamp Queen Eye & Cheek Palette

Tarte Swamp Queen Eye & Cheek Palette ($45.00 for 0.64 oz.) contains three cheek colors and nine eyeshadows. The formula on some of the more matte shades was very, very silky and soft, but they kicked up a lot of excess powder in the pan and often sheered out when blended–more so than some of Tarte’s past palettes. I noticed that some of the darker shades seemed to become more muted just a few minutes after applying, so it felt like I had to really pat and pack on some shades to get definition and depth out of them. I think the colors complement each other well, and I liked that there were some plummy hues thrown in with warmer, more orange-toned shades. I also felt like the cheek colors actually worked with the palette and its different color combinations, so the scheme is very cohesive. The palette is slated to be fully released on June 6th!

Sweet Tea is a muted, medium-dark brown with warm, reddish tones and a mostly matte finish, but there were a few gold sparkles in the product. It had good pigmentation with a soft, silky feel in the pan, which was fairly blendable and lasted for eight hours on me. MAC Radiant Rich Rosy (P, $35.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar). Chanel Soleil Tan Medium Bronze (392) (P, $50.00) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar). NARS Samoa (P, $38.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar). Guerlain #02 (P, $53.00) is warmer (90% similar). Chanel Soleil Tan Deep Bronze (P, $50.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Fenty Beauty Coco Naughty (P, $30.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). NARS Laguna 04 (P, $38.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Victoria Beckham Beauty Sunset (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). MAC Sun-soaked Strip (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). NARS Quirimba (P, $38.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Phytosurgence Rosy Heatwave (8) (P, $25.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). Natasha Denona Tan #3 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Intensity 2 (Contour) (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Kosas Medium (P, $34.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Anastasia Chestnut (P, $35.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). MAC Your Wish is My Command (LE, $35.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Kaja Toasty (P, $24.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Rare Beauty Always Sunny (P, $26.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Mented Cosmetics Yacht Life (P, $22.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Natasha Denona Neutral Beige (Right) (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Does This Thing Really Work? is a muted, pinky-plum with subtle, cool undertones and gold sparkle that sits over a matte base. The sparkle doesn’t bind well with the color itself, so it doesn’t tend to stick well to the skin; the few bits that do migrate and move throughout the day or eventually fall off. The texture was smooth and soft, but it was somewhat powdery and looked a little dry on my normal-to-dry skin. It lasted for eight hours (not the 12-hours promised by the formula, though eight hours is similar to wear I get with most blush formulas). Giorgio Armani Cool Mauve (50) (P, $38.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). Estee Lauder Rebel Rose (P, $34.00) is warmer (95% similar). NARS Outlaw (P, $30.00) is warmer (90% similar). Bobbi Brown Pink Rose (DC, $30.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). KIKO 112 Light Plum (P, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Urban Decay TMI (DC, $26.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Vogue (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). MAC Petulant (LE, $22.00) is darker, glossier (90% similar). ColourPop Cruel Intentions (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Cover FX Sweet Mulberry (Left) (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). Tarte Fetching (LE, $29.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). NARS Oasis (P, $30.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar). Stila Dusty Rose (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar). MAC Wrapped Candy (P, $31.00) is more shimmery (85% similar). Estee Lauder Alluring Rose (P, $34.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). ColourPop Just Rosy (LE, $8.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar). Bobbi Brown Sand Pink (DC, $30.00) is warmer (85% similar). Tarte Empowering (LE, $29.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Phytosurgence Condensate (P, $17.07) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). Laura Geller Roseberry (P, $28.00) is warmer (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Gator Wings is a light-medium gold with warm, yellow undertones and a metallic, glittery finish. There are large glitter particles in this one, and they show up on the face a lot, but they do not look even, so sometimes they catch the light and look sparkly, while other times they don’t and look more like specks of dirt on the skin. This emphasized my skin’s natural texture quite a bit, so if that’s a deal-breaker, I would recommend using a very light touch and a fan brush, then tapping powder over it to minimize the effect. It wore well for seven and a half hours before turning patchy. Hourglass Champagne Strobe Light (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar). ColourPop A Smile and a Song (LE, $10.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). Becca Moonstone (P, $38.00) is lighter (90% similar). Tarte Champagne (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar). Estee Lauder Courreges (LE, $32.00) is brighter (95% similar). Dior Strobe Gold (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar). Anastasia Moonstone (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Bullz Eye (P, $10.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). NARS Fort de France (P, $38.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Kaja Gold Drip (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). OFRA Moondance (LE, $29.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Glad You Came (PiP, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Clionadh Apollo (P, $12.50) is cooler (90% similar). LORAC Daylight (P, $23.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Tarte Hi-Fi (-, ) is less shimmery (90% similar). ColourPop You're a Catch (LE, $10.00) is cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Double Down (LE, $10.00) is lighter (90% similar). Huda Beauty Light #3 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Fenty Beauty Fire Crystal (PiP, $36.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Rare Beauty Outshine (P, $22.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

#SFS is a light-medium, muted, peachy-pink with warm, golden shimmer. It had semi-opaque color payoff with a soft, blendable consistency that wasn’t too dusty or too firm. It wore well for seven hours before fading on me. Too Faced Christmas Blend (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Urban Decay Last Sin (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Chanel Codes Subtils #1 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (90% similar). NARS Goddess (P, $28.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Friendship File (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, brighter (90% similar). Viseart Pont des Arts (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Nude Awakening #2 (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Orchid Haze #1 (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Walking on Eggshells #4 (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). Cle de Peau Baby Universe #2 (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). Kylie Cosmetics Seashell (LE, ) is more shimmery (90% similar). bareMinerals Future (PiP, ) is more shimmery (95% similar). Hello Kitty Apple Pie (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar). Make Up For Ever I520 Pinky Sand (DC, $21.00) is lighter (80% similar). Tarte Glitzy Blitzen (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (80% similar). bareMinerals Custom Made (LE, ) is lighter (80% similar). Laura Mercier Pink Haze (LE, $23.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar). Stila Metallic Peach (LE, $18.00) is lighter (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Natural Peaches is a muted, medium orange with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had decent color payoff, but the consistency was so soft that it was dusty, which led to it sheering out when it was applied to the skin. This would benefit from a primer, as it would give it a better surface to adhere to. It wore well for seven hours. Sephora Biscotti (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar). Too Faced Millennial (LE, $16.00) is darker (95% similar). Urban Decay Vibrate (PiP, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar). Milani Tan-tation (PiP, $5.99) is lighter (95% similar). ColourPop Complicated (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Melt Cosmetics Naked Sleep (LE, ) is darker (90% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Infamous (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Too Faced Spread the Love (LE, $16.00) is lighter (90% similar). Huda Beauty Coral #5 (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar). LORAC Toffee (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever S714 Bisque (DC, $21.00) is warmer (90% similar). LORAC Dunes (LE, $19.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Anastasia Soft Peach (P, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Laura Mercier Ginger (PiP, $23.00) is lighter (95% similar). ColourPop TBH (LE, $4.50) is darker (85% similar). Make Up For Ever S710 Peach (DC, $21.00) is darker (85% similar). Viseart Chiffon (PiP, ) is darker (85% similar). Kaleidos Lunar (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (85% similar). Sydney Grace Honesty (P, $5.25) is darker, cooler (85% similar). Kaja Rosy Velvet (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Dogman is a medium-dark red-brown with warm undertones and a dash of fine gold sparkle. The sparkles dust away almost immediately upon application, so I would consider this a matte brown overall. The formula was very smooth and finely-milled, but it kicks up excess product and sheers out on the skin. I noticed that it also faded after a few minutes to more of a muted brown, whereas initially it had more of a warm, burnt orange appearance. After that initial change, the color was good for seven hours. Pat McGrath Tatooine (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). Zoeva Cheap Bar (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar). ColourPop Hard (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar). Kaleidos Soy Sauce (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). ColourPop Top Notch (P, $4.50) is brighter (95% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Not a Basic Peach #1 (PiP, ) is darker, brighter, warmer (95% similar). Urban Decay Not For Sale (LE, $19.00) is warmer (95% similar). Persona Audacious (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar). Urban Decay Bitter (LE, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar). Coloured Raine Native (DC, $6.99) is brighter (90% similar). LORAC Romance (LE, $19.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). MAC Dali Wood (PiP, $17.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). ColourPop Herd to Get (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Huda Beauty Henna (Remastered) (PiP, ) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Anastasia Realgar (P, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Inglot J331 Bordeaux (LE, $10.00) is darker (90% similar). Anastasia Red Ochre (PiP, $12.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Wet 'n' Wild VI Purple #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). Tarte Whimsy (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty For More (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Big Baby is a light, yellowed beige with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had good color payoff with a soft, smooth, and silky texture that was just a bit powdery but applied well and lasted for seven and a half hours on me. NARS Look Closer I (DC, $25.00) is warmer (95% similar). Makeup Geek Vanilla Bean (DC, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar). Tarte Breakfast in Bed (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar). LORAC Undressed (PiP, $19.00) is darker (95% similar). Too Faced Banana Date (LE, $16.00) is darker (95% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Naked Truth #2 (DC, $2.29) is lighter (95% similar). bareMinerals Daydream (LE, ) is darker (95% similar). MAC Real Fantasy (LE, $17.00) is darker (95% similar). Buxom Mix & Mingle (P, $12.00) is lighter (95% similar). Hourglass Obscura #1 (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar). Tarte Summer Breeze (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar). Hourglass Monochrome #1 (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty The Dreamer #1 (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar). Inglot J335 Pearl (LE, $10.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). NARS Shade I (2015) (LE, $25.00) is warmer, lower quality (95% similar). KVD Beauty Damned (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Cocoa Mirage #1 (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar). IT Cosmetics Hope (P, ) is brighter (95% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty The Night Owl #4 (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar). Lancome Queen's Lace (LE, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Sassy Bun is a medium copper with warm undertones and a frosted sheen. It had a looser consistency in the pan and was a bit drier to work with, so some of the shimmer seemed to separate from the base color when I blended it out. I think it would be better over a primer or with a slightly dampened brush. It wore well for eight hours before fading. Viseart Suede (PiP, ) is more shimmery (95% similar). NARS Pulsing (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Fenty Beauty Velvet Cuffs (PiP, ) is more shimmery (95% similar). MAC Olive Blend #1 (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar). Dior Terra #3 (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (95% similar). Becca Sandstone (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar). Pat McGrath Lunar Legend (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar). Too Faced Frost Those Buns (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar). ColourPop Amaze (P, $6.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Anastasia A4 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). Charlotte Tilbury Smokey Eyes are Forever Love Eyes Smoke (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). theBalm Fit (P, $16.00) is lighter, more muted, cooler (85% similar). bareMinerals Gold Leaf (LE, ) is less shimmery (90% similar). Lisa Eldridge Taffeta Fan (P, $16.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). NARS Siros (P, $28.00) is darker (90% similar). Huda Beauty Caramel Brown #5 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Natasha Denona Day Spring (PiP, $29.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Make Up For Ever ME700 Amber (DC, $21.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Tarte Medium (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar). Pat McGrath Entice (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Sippy Sippy is a deep brown with subtle, warm undertones and gold sparkle over a matte finish. The sparkle separates from the base color, so applied, it looks mostly matte, if not entirely matte. The sparkles were trapped in the brush or fell out when I blended out the color. It had a really soft, silky, and finely-milled feel to the powder itself, but it did sheer out against bare skin. It lasted for eight hours on me. MAC Choco Cake (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). NARS Ithaca (DC, $25.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). KVD Beauty Rust (Define) (PiP, ) is less shimmery (95% similar). Tarte Crackle (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Hot Bod (PiP, $4.50) is brighter (90% similar). ColourPop Legacy (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Too Faced Cocoa Chili (PiP, $16.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). bareMinerals Get Ahead (LE, ) is less shimmery, more muted (90% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Rose in the Air #7 (PiP, ) is less shimmery (90% similar). bareMinerals Pumped (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). MAC Corduroy (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Huda Beauty Smokey #7 (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar). ColourPop Bonfire (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (90% similar). Pat McGrath Deep Velvet (DC, $25.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Sleek MakeUP Flora (PiP, $9.99) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Estee Lauder Strong Currant (P, $25.00) is less shimmery, lighter, more muted (90% similar). Urban Decay Knockout (LE, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar). Anastasia Fudge (DC, $12.00) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar). LORAC Nude #7 (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). MAC Brown Down (P, $17.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Haunting is a muted, light-medium mauve with warm undertones and a pearly shimmer-sheen finish. It had good pigmentation, but the consistency was dusty and prone to sheering out on the skin. I don’t think this works well without a good primer, and then it should be patted in place but minimal blending should occur or else the shimmer pulls away from the base color. This shade wore well for seven hours before fading noticeably. Clarins Silver Pink (05) (P, $24.00) is cooler (90% similar). LORAC Lotus (LE, $19.00) is cooler (90% similar). Smashbox Aglow (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Sephora Free Hug (DC, $10.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). LORAC Soft Plum (LE, $19.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Virgin Orchid #3 (PiP, )(80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Uncommon is a medium taupe-brown with warm undertones and a frosted sheen. The pigmentation was excellent, while the texture was soft, smooth, and blendable without being too soft or too firm. It wore well for eight hours on me. Tom Ford Beauty Soleil d'Ambre #3 (Eye Color) (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar). MAC Divine Rule (LE, $17.00) is lighter (95% similar). Charlotte Tilbury The Golden Goddess #2 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar). NABLA Cosmetics Entropy (P, $8.00) is cooler (90% similar). Dior Soft Cashmere #1 (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar). Sephora Geode (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Clarins Rosewood #2 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). Tarte Steel the Scene (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Silent Treatment #4 (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar). Fyrinnae Reindeer Fur (P, $7.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). NABLA Cosmetics Chemical Bond (P, $8.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Dior Moonlight #1 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Clarins The Essentials #5 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Ciate Ellie (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Transform (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). LORAC Silver Moon (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). MAC Satin Taupe #2 (PiP, $17.00) is darker (90% similar). Huda Beauty Cashmere (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar). NARS Centerfold (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). LORAC Silver Mauve (PiP, $19.00) is darker (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Mancat is a deep plum with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had good color payoff, though was not fully opaque, with a very soft, finely-milled texture that didn’t sheer out too much when I worked with it. This shade blended out fairly well and wore for eight hours. Chanel Pulsion (112) (P, $29.50) is cooler (95% similar). Too Faced Booville (LE, $16.00) is darker (95% similar). LORAC Cabernet (LE, $19.00) is warmer (95% similar). Tarte Mulberry & Bright (LE, ) is darker (95% similar). Smashbox Editor (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar). theBalm Sexy (P, $16.00) is darker (90% similar). MAC Sugar Plum (PiP, $17.00) is more muted (90% similar). Tarte BFF (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar). KVD Beauty Plum (Define) (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar). KVD Beauty Hybrid Moments (DC, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Little Miss (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar). Tarte Plums Up (LE, ) is brighter, cooler (90% similar). Smashbox Save to Faves (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). KVD Beauty Fur Elise (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar). Hourglass Exposure #2 (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar). Laura Mercier Aubergine (PiP, $29.00) is more shimmery, glossier (90% similar). bareMinerals Stiletto (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar). Coloured Raine Loveberry (LE, $6.99) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Stila Plum (LE, $18.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar). Too Faced Chocolate Donut (LE, $16.00) is warmer (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Swamp Queen

LELimited Edition. $45.00.
B
B
8.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
8
Texture
8
Longevity
4.5
Application
86%
Total

Sweet Tea

LELimited Edition.
A-
A-
9
Product
10
Pigmentation
8.5
Texture
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
91%
Total

Does This Thing Really Work?

LELimited Edition. $29.00.
C+
C+
7.5
Product
8
Pigmentation
7.5
Texture
7
Longevity
4.5
Application
77%
Total

Gator Wings

LELimited Edition.
B
B
8.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
8
Texture
7.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
86%
Total

#SFS

LELimited Edition.
B
B
8.5
Product
9
Pigmentation
8.5
Texture
7.5
Longevity
5
Application
86%
Total

Natural Peaches

LELimited Edition.
B
B
8.5
Product
8.5
Pigmentation
8
Texture
7.5
Longevity
5
Application
83%
Total

Dogman

LELimited Edition.
B-
B-
8
Product
9
Pigmentation
8
Texture
7.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
82%
Total

Big Baby

LELimited Edition.
A-
A-
9
Product
10
Pigmentation
8.5
Texture
8
Longevity
5
Application
90%
Total

Sassy Bun

LELimited Edition.
B+
B+
8.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
8
Texture
8.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
87%
Total

Sippy Sippy

LELimited Edition.
B+
B+
8.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
8
Texture
8.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
87%
Total

Haunting

LELimited Edition.
B-
B-
8
Product
9
Pigmentation
7.5
Texture
7.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
81%
Total

Uncommon

LELimited Edition.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9
Texture
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
93%
Total

Mancat

LELimited Edition.
B+
B+
9
Product
9
Pigmentation
8.5
Texture
8.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
88%
Total

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Tarte Sassy Bun Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow
Tarte Sassy Bun Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow

Tarte Sassy Bun Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow
Tarte Sassy Bun Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow

Tarte Sippy Sippy Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow
Tarte Sippy Sippy Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow

Tarte Sippy Sippy Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow
Tarte Sippy Sippy Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow

Tarte Haunting Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow
Tarte Haunting Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow

Tarte Haunting Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow
Tarte Haunting Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow

Tarte Uncommon Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow
Tarte Uncommon Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow

Tarte Uncommon Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow
Tarte Uncommon Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow

Tarte Mancat Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow
Tarte Mancat Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow

Tarte Mancat Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow
Tarte Mancat Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow

Tarte Mancat Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow
Sassy Bun (inner lid), Haunting (middle of lid), Uncommon (outer lid), Mancat (crease), Dogman (above crease), Natural Peaches (above crease), Big Baby (brow bone), Sephora Good Mood Eyeliner

Tarte Mancat Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow
Sassy Bun (inner lid), Haunting (middle of lid), Uncommon (outer lid), Mancat (crease), Dogman (above crease), Natural Peaches (above crease), Big Baby (brow bone), Sephora Good Mood Eyeliner

Makeup Look
On face:
  • Tarte Rainforest of the Sea Foundation
  • Guerlain Les Voilettes Loose Setting Powder
On eyes:
  • Anastasia Modern Renaissance Eyeshadow Palette
  • Sephora Good Mood Eyeliner
On lips:
  • Anastasia St. Tropez Lip Gloss

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Melissa Avatar

Ah… I figured this wouldn’t be too amazing… I don’t watch graveyard girl (or much youtube in general unless I can’t find decent swatches of makeup) but congratulations to her on scoring it big! ?

Christine Avatar

Copy and pasted from above:

Chanel Pulsion (112) (P, $29.50) is cooler (95% similar). Tarte Mulberry & Bright (LE) is darker (95% similar). LORAC Cabernet (LE, $19.00) is warmer (95% similar). theBalm Moderato (P, $16.00) is darker (95% similar). Tarte BFF (LE) is warmer (90% similar). Kat Von D Fur Elise (P) is warmer (90% similar). Kat Von D Plum (Define) (P) is cooler (90% similar). theBalm Sexy (P, $16.00) is darker (90% similar). Tarte Plums Up (LE) is brighter, cooler (90% similar). Laura Mercier Aubergine (LE, $28.00) is more shimmery, glossier (90% similar). Kat Von D Hybrid Moments (P) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Stila Plum (LE, $18.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar). theBalm #13 (P, $6.50) is lighter, warmer (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Tammy B Avatar

That looks like the same look you posted for the Anastasia Renaissance palette yesterday. It’s even more stunning when I can see your full face!

Katherine T. Avatar

Oh no, bummer! With summer here, I’ve been experimenting with warmer colors and thought the color choices here were great. And it looks like a very handy palette to grab in the morning to get a complete eye and cheek look. Too bad about the shadow formula–no way is it going to hold up on my oily lids, even with primer. So sad 🙁 BTW, the little magpie in me zeroed in on that Anastasia lipgloss with the gold shimmer , gorgeous!

Christine Avatar

Everything is listed under “The Makeup Look,” which is listed both in the sidebar as well as under the post! 🙂

MAKE-UP LOOK

ON FACE:

Tarte Rainforest of the Sea Foundation
Guerlain Les Voilettes Loose Setting Powder

ON EYES:

Anastasia Modern Renaissance Eyeshadow Palette
Sephora Good Mood Eyeliner

ON LIPS:

Anastasia St. Tropez Lip Gloss

Claire L Avatar

I like this palette enough that I had to talk myself out of wanting it! Between Stila’s Sending My Love holiday set, Shiseido Camellia palette and Morphe 35P palette, I think I have enough near dupes to cover the looks that could be created with this! I actually had to go and swatch these 3 to persuade myself not to get this lol.

Christine Avatar

Everything is listed under “The Makeup Look,” which is listed both in the sidebar as well as under the post! 🙂

MAKE-UP LOOK

ON FACE:

Tarte Rainforest of the Sea Foundation
Guerlain Les Voilettes Loose Setting Powder

ON EYES:

Anastasia Modern Renaissance Eyeshadow Palette
Sephora Good Mood Eyeliner

ON LIPS:

Anastasia St. Tropez Lip Gloss

Kirsten Avatar

I’m so torn on this palette. I love my Rainforest After Dark because it’s an all-in-one travel palette and this one looks to be the same, but the shadow colors seem so basic and I probably already have dupes for all of them somewhere in my collection.

Kirsten Avatar

Oh, that’s good to know! I’d probably be disappointed in this one, then. I guess the UD Gwen Stefani just got bumped up a place on my wishlist, since it will be on sale next week. *^_^* Thanks, Christine.

Sophia B. Avatar

Christine, I’ve noticed that eyeshadow pallets have become increasingly warm toned over the past few years. Do you think there is any chance us cool (toned) girls will have our time? I put a sincere effort into finding a good quality cool toned neutral pallet last month and I came up short…

Bonnie Avatar

Omg that Anastasia lip gloss is to die for!!!!!!! Must have it!! Eyelook is gorgeous Christine! I really wanted this palette bc I love Bunny, but boy I wish the shadows weren’t so powdery. Hmmm. Do you think it’s worth it overall?

Cat Avatar

ARRR! This palette is driving me nuts! On one hand, I DO NOT need this, not even a little. On the other hand… BUNNY! I remember the night when I first stumbled across one of her videos, I was so fascinated and entertained that I shared it with everyone I knew. I know she’s not everyone’s cup of tea (ha, ha, ha!!!), but I just adore her. Maybe it’s because, when it comes to being goofy and eccentric, my family ranks right up there with the Swamp Queen. 😀

Ameerah Avatar

The first time I saw this palette online, I was very excited. The colours look so nice. However, after seeing Allura beauty’s swatch video and reading your review here, I must say I am disappointed. I hope Tarte will up their game as far as the quality of their shadows is concerned.

Kaydee Avatar

Ordered this… because I am a hoarder. I love glitter (32 going on 13), so this was a no brainer for me. Although I think makeup launches are getting out of control.

EvilStepQueen Avatar

Missed it when Tarte.com had it. I was able to get it from Ulta.com a few minutes ago. Within seconds of it being put on the website, it was sold out. I had put the palette in my bag, clicked “continue shopping”, went to go back for a lipstick and they were gone daddy, gone! I’m a big fan of Bunny’s and I like Tarte’s products so I jumped all over this.

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